Korean seerfish

Korean seerfish (Scomberomorus koreanus) is a saltwater species recorded in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia. The main season in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia runs autumn, winter.

Scientific name: Scomberomorus koreanus · Water: Saltwater · Season: Autumn, Winter

Size: up to 150 cm

About

The Korean seerfish is a schooling scombrid that feeds on small schooling fishes such as sardines and anchovies, along with shrimps. Commonly about 60 cm and up to 150 cm fork length. A high-priced fish, sold both fresh and dried-salted; it forms an important part of the drift net fishery in Palk Bay, India. In season in winter.

Differences by region

Ecology and habitat

Water layer
Inshore upper water
Distribution status
Native
Trophic level
4.2

Fishery and market

Game fish
Yes
Market price
Very high
Resilience
Medium

Methods

Sources

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